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Braintree (PayPal)Braintree 2096
PayPal Buyer Account Can't Be the Same as the Seller Account
Technical
System or connectivity issues
Do Not Retry
Retry will not succeed
Description
PayPal buyer account can't be the same as the seller account.
Recommended Action
Ensure the buyer and seller PayPal accounts are different.
Common Causes
- Same PayPal account used for both buyer and seller
Recovery Tips
- Use a different PayPal account for testing
Quick Reference
Code
2096
Category
Technical
Retryable
No
Source
Braintree
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No Account
The submitted card number is not on file with the card-issuing bank. The customer will need to contact their bank.
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